Paralegal - Court of Protection

at  Irwin Mitchell

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An opportunity has arisen for a talented Paralegal to join our Court of Protection team based from our Birmingham office at least 1 day per week, with flexibility around client’s needs when and where necessary.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for a talented Paralegal with a personable nature, who thinks critically, enjoys solving problems, has a passion for Court of Protection matters and wants to join a market leading team with deep sector knowledge. Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Fee earning Paralegal with specialist COP experience;
• Demonstratable experience of excellent written and oral communication skills;
• The ability to operate with integrity, show empathy and adapt in different environments;
• Demonstratable understanding of the litigation processes alongside Court of Protection matters;
• Experience managing caseloads whilst maintaining exceptional attention to detail and seamless service;
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues to deliver the best outcomes for our clients in a timely manner and within budget.

If this sounds like you, please hit the ‘’ button to submit an application.

YOUR ROLE AND WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

The Court of Protection is the judicial body responsible for making decisions relating to the management of finances and other affairs of those individuals who lack the mental capacity to do so themselves. As one of the UK’s leading firms of solicitors, we have a dedicated and experienced team who specialise in all matters relating to the Court of Protection.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

This is a superb opportunity to join Partner Charlotte Waite, a specialist in the field of damages management. Charlotte is experienced in all forms of Court of Protection property and affairs applications and with my specialist private client background have a particular interest in complex trust and statutory will applications.
The successful candidate will receive instruction from the deputy to support with, providing services to manage the property and affairs of individuals who have lost capacity due to either serious illnesses as a result of, for example road traffic accidents and injuries at birth or elderly clients who for example have developed illnesses such as dementia. You will work across multiple caseloads at any one time and have the autonomy to act on matters provided this is in line with the best interest of our client. Whilst Irwin Mitchell has a number of central leads from other departments, you may also get involved in business development opportunities, including converting warm leads into new business.